In the search for sustainable protein sources, the yellow mealworm (Tenebrio molitor) is often regarded as a promising food source. Our research evaluates the applicability of European nutrition claims (Regulation (EU) No. 1924/2006) to commercially bred yellow mealworms, using samples from four Belgian breeders. We analyzed their proximate compositions, fatty acid profiles, and mineral contents to validate these claims. This study improves our understanding of compositional variations among yellow mealworms from different breeders and explores their potential to meet specific European nutritional standards.

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